How to Pronounce "face the music"
expression
FAYS thuh MYOO-zik
FAYS thuh MYOO-zik
Definition
To accept and deal with the unpleasant results of your actions, or to confront a difficult situation you can't avoid.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈfeɪs/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈmjuzɪk
British English
fˈeɪs/ /ðə, ði/ /mjˈuːzɪk
Simplified Pronunciation
US
FAYS thuh MYOO-zik
UK
FAYS thuh MYOO-zik
Listen in Context
He broke the window and now he has to face the music.
If you are late again, you'll have to face the music.
It's time to face the music and tell the truth.
No more excuses—it's time to face the music and admit you were wrong.